waterproofing
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Definition
- Noun:
- A coating capable of making a surface waterproof: A substance or layer applied to a material to prevent water from passing through it.
- The act of treating something to make it repel water: The process of applying a treatment or coating to an object or structure to protect it from water damage.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Coating):
- The tent's durability comes from a high-quality waterproofing applied to the fabric.
- Before winter, we need to apply a fresh layer of waterproofing to the deck.
- Noun (Act/Process):
- The waterproofing of the basement walls took two full days to complete.
- Proper waterproofing is essential for the longevity of any underground structure.
Advanced Usage
- "To apply waterproofing": To put a waterproof coating onto a surface.
- The contractor will apply waterproofing to the foundation before backfilling.
- "To require waterproofing": To need the process of being made waterproof.
- The old leather boots required thorough cleaning and waterproofing.
Variants and Related Words
- Waterproof (adjective): Impervious to water.
- A waterproof jacket is essential for hiking in the rain.
- Waterproof (verb): To make something waterproof.
- You should waterproof your new hiking boots.
- Waterproofer (noun): A person who applies waterproofing or a specific product used for waterproofing.
- We hired a professional waterproofer to seal the roof.
Synonyms
- Sealant: A substance used to block the passage of fluids.
- Damp-proofing: Treatment to resist moisture (often specifically for walls against ground moisture).
Related Phrases
- Waterproof membrane: A thin, flexible layer used as a waterproof barrier in construction.
- The roof was covered with a rubber waterproof membrane.
- Waterproof barrier: Any material or system that prevents water penetration.
- The tar paper acts as a waterproof barrier under the shingles.
Noun
- a coating capable of making a surface waterproof
- the act of treating something to make it repel water